2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
